Police officer

aah; Illinois; On-site; USD 34,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Retirement plans

Job summary

Advocate Health seeks a Security Officer to join the Public Safety team in Illinois. This full-time role runs 8pm–8am, 40 hours per week, with a pay range of $25.30–$37.95 per hour.

A high school diploma and security/military/law enforcement background are preferred, with required Atrium Health training within 90 days of hire. You will patrol the Emergency Center and surrounding areas, respond to calls, and document incidents per policy while maintaining clear communication with staff and

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Minimum four years' experience as a police officer.
• Must communicate effectively in oral and written form.
• Atrium Health training within 90 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Patrols assigned jurisdiction and observes for unsafe activity.
• Documents patrols per procedures and time frames.
• Intervenes calmly when unruly or armed individuals encountered.
• Communicates with community police agencies as needed.
• Completes incident reports and investigations per policy.
• Secures hospital areas and escorts patients as needed.

Skills

Knowledge of laws

Policy procedures

Communication skills

Report writing

Interviewing skills

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Tools

GCIC system

Computer software

Job description

Department

11926 Navicent Non Enterprise Corporate - Public Safety

Status

Full time

Benefits Eligible

Yes

Hours Per Week

40

Schedule Details/Additional Information

8pm-8am

Pay Range

$25.30 - $37.95

Major Responsibilities

• Patrols assigned jurisdiction and observed for unsafe, unsecure, or illegal activity.


• Accomplishes and documents assigned patrols in accordance with established procedure and time frames.


• Ensures that assigned activities occur in accordance with established procedure and time frames.


• Responds to calls for assistance. Completes uniform incident reports as appropriate and in compliance with established procedures.


• Appropriately and effectively intervenes when unruly, abusive, combative, threatening, or armed persons are encountered.


• Communicates in a calm, factual, objective, and courteous manner with all persons with whom communication or collaboration are necessary. Coordinates and communicates with community police agencies as appropriate.


• Documents work activities and incidents. Completes investigations of any criminal activity occurring within corporate jurisdiction in accordance with established policy and procedure.


• Demonstrates capability of communicating and demonstrating all skills required for the position as assessed through periodic skills assessments. Maintains all training and competency as required to maintain Georgia law enforcement general certification.

Licensure, Registration, and/or Certification Required

• Must possess a valid driver’s license.


• Previous security, military, law enforcement experience or related field preferred.


• Complete training from Atrium Health that includes but is not limited to: Non-Violent Crisis Intervention/De-escalation, and defensive tactics, within 90 days of hire.


• Must be able to communicate effectively and clearly, in both oral and written form.


• GPSTC (24.0 Hours).


• CPI/Restraint Training


• P.O.S.T. certification number.

Education Required

• High School Diploma/GED required.

Experience Required

• Previous security, military, law enforcement experience or related field preferred.


• Candidate must have a minimum of four years of employment as a police officer.


• He/she must demonstrate good decision making, have a high level of both written and verbal communication skills.


• Candidate must have proven performance under stressful situations.


• Responds to all acts of violence in the Emergency Center, 6 East, and other areas.


• Handles the safekeeping of patient valuables consistently with hospital policy and procedure and the removal, safekeeping, and return of these valuables.


• Conducts investigations at incident scenes and prepares the necessary report documentation


• Responds to all security alarms, both in-house and those off‑site properties in proximity.


• Patrols and controls access to the Emergency Center: Provides safety, protection, and screening of persons entering Emergency Center area.


• Escorts patients to seclusion and T-6 with safety in mind always. Insures that person(s) are searched before going to T-6 and/or seclusion. Knows how and when to use restraints and proper use of handheld metal detectors. Makes required rounds in treatment area.


• Patrols inside and outside areas and secures coverage of the hospital: Reports hazards, security risks both in secured and unsecured areas.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Required

• Knowledge of federal, state, and local laws Knowledge of the criminal justice system


• Knowledge of departmental rules and regulations.


• Knowledge of law enforcement standards.


• Knowledge of GCIC rules and regulations.


• Knowledge of hospital policies and procedures.


• Skills in the operation of computers and job‑related software programs.


• Skills in the development of policies and procedures.


• Ability to prepare clear and comprehensive reports.


• Ability to obtain information through interviews.


• Ability to thoroughly investigate violations of departmental policy and state laws.


• Previous security, military, law enforcement experience or related field preferred.


• Complete training from Atrium Health that includes but is not limited to: Non-Violent Crisis Intervention/De‑escalation, defensive tactics, within 90 days of hire.


• Must be able to communicate effectively and clearly, in both oral and written form.


• Must successfully pass background investigation and drug screen prior to employment.


• Entrants to a job requiring testing (“Testing Job”) after October 01, 2024 must successfully complete a psychological evaluation as follows:
  
  
  
  • An untested teammate in a Testing Job moving from their current job to another Testing Job must complete the evaluation (e.g., Police Officer to Lieutenant).
  
  
  • A teammate currently employed by Navicent in a non‑Testing Job who moves into a Testing Job must complete the evaluation (e.g., Parking Officer to Police Officer).
  
  
  • An untested teammate in a Testing Job who stops being employed in the job for any reason, including through resignation, termination or transfer, and then returns to a Testing Job must complete the evaluation.
  
  
  • An incumbent teammate who returns from leave from a Testing Job will not have to pass an evaluation.
  
  
  
  

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions

• Spends majority of time standing or walking with a reasonable amount of bending, stooping, kneeling, and reaching. May have to run or exert intense physical effort in moving or restraining others. Must have close and intermediate visual acuity. Must be able to hear and verbally communicate with others. Exposed to all-weather elements. Must be able to communicate effectively and clearly, both oral and written forms.

Preferred Job Requirements

Preferred Certification/License/Registration

• Must possess a valid driver’s license.


• GPSTC (24.0 Hours).

Preferred Education

• High School Diploma/GED required. Completion of approved curriculum in basic law enforcement required. Completion of BLS and CPI within the first 30 days of employment required. Valid State driver's license required. Certificate in Law Enforcement. Two years of experience in a job requiring public interaction and physical activity required. Proven comparable patrol experience preferred.

Preferred Experience

• 1 year experience in security related field.


• Previous security, military, law enforcement experience or related field preferred.

Preferred Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

• Knowledge of federal, state, and local laws Knowledge of the criminal justice system


• Knowledge of departmental rules and regulations.


• Knowledge of law enforcement standards.


• Knowledge of GCIC rules and regulations.


• Knowledge of hospital policies and procedures.


• Skills in the operation of computers and job‑related software programs.


• Skills in the development of policies and procedures.


• Ability to prepare clear and comprehensive reports.


• Ability to obtain information through interviews.


• Ability to thoroughly investigate violations of departmental policy and state laws.


• Mandatory Training Required: Must meet P.O.S.T. mandatory yearly requirement for certification. Must attend Hospital Police mandatory training and departmental training on an annual basis.


• Patient Age Groups and Years: Must possess the knowledge and skills to service patients of all ages including infants, pediatrics, adolescents, adults, and geriatrics.

This job description indicates the general nature and level of work expected of the incumbent. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the incumbent. Incumbent may be required to perform other related duties

Our Commitment to You

Advocate Health offers a comprehensive suite of Total Rewards: benefits and well‑being programs, competitive compensation, generous retirement offerings, programs that invest in your career development and so much more – so you can live fully at and away from work, including:

Compensation

• Base compensation listed within the listed pay range based on factors such as qualifications, skills, relevant experience, and/or training


• Premium pay such as shift, on call, and more based on a teammate's job


• Incentive pay for select positions


• Opportunity for annual increases based on performance

Benefits and more

• Paid Time Off programs


• Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability


• Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses


• Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave


• Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programsEducational Assistance Program

Note: Eligibility for programs listed above may depend on your FTE or status (e.g., full‑time, part‑time, per diem, temporary, etc.; please ask a Recruiter for more information during an interview.

About Advocate Health

Advocate Health is the third-largest nonprofit, integrated health system in the United States, created from the combination of Advocate Aurora Health and Atrium Health. Providing care under the names Advocate Health Care in Illinois; Atrium Health in the Carolinas, Georgia and Alabama; and Aurora Health Care in Wisconsin, Advocate Health is a national leader in clinical innovation, health outcomes, consumer experience and value-based care. Headquartered in Charlotte, North Carolina, Advocate Health services nearly 6 million patients and is engaged in hundreds of clinical trials and research studies, with Wake Forest University School of Medicine serving as the academic core of the enterprise. It is nationally recognized for its expertise in cardiology, neurosciences, oncology, pediatrics and rehabilitation, as well as organ transplants, burn treatments and specialized musculoskeletal programs. Advocate Health employs 155,000 teammates across 69 hospitals and over 1,000 care locations, and offers one of the nation’s largest graduate medical education programs with over 2,000 residents and fellows across more than 200 programs. Committed to providing equitable care for all, Advocate Health provides more than $6 billion in annual community benefits.